Austin No. 1 in a ranking of 381cities based on their Economic Vitality by Moody's Economy.com

The clouds are gathering over the national economy, but the forecast is better for the Austin area. For the second time this year, the metropolitan area has come out No. 1 in a rating of 381 cities based on their economic vitality. Moody’s Economy.com rates the cities based not only on what’s happening now but also the near-term outlook and potential risk factors. Austin came out ahead on factors including the high quality of its work force, its strong base of innovation and population growth.
Austin American Statesman, Friday, December 14, 2007
Business & Personal Finance Section (Austin, Inc.)